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August 08, 2013

Lockheed Martin Selects Northrop Grumman's Scalable Agile Beam Radar
Linthicum MD (SPX) Aug 06, 2013
Lockheed Martin has competitively selected Northrop Grumman Corporation's (NYSE:NOC) Scalable Agile Beam Radar (SABR) for the U.S. Air Force and Taiwan F-16 radar modernization and upgrade programs. Work on the F-16 AESA (active electronically scanned array) radar program will be performed at Northrop Grumman's Electronic Systems sector headquarters facility in Linthicum. "The F-16 has been a front-line fighter for the Air Force for more than 30 years, and SABR will keep it there for decades ... read more

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World's second tallest building tops out in China Work on the main structure of the world's second tallest skyscraper was completed on Saturday, as the final beam was placed on the Shanghai Tower. ... more		Japan summons China envoy over ships near disputed isles Tokyo summoned Beijing's envoy on Thursday after Chinese government ships entered Japanese territorial waters near islands at the centre of a bitter row between the Asian giants. ... more		Taiwan names new defence chief amid plagiarism scandal Taiwan's chief of general staff General Yen Ming was named defence minister Wednesday following the resignation of his predecessor over plagiarism claims just six days after taking office. ... more
				No-one can contain China, scholar says amid territory rows No-one can contain China's rise, a leading Beijing foreign policy thinker said Tuesday, warning Manila and Tokyo that they had been mistakenly emboldened by Washington in territorial disputes with his country. ... more		Japan navy unveils biggest warship since WWII Japan unveiled its biggest warship since World War II on Tuesday, a $1.2 billion helicopter carrier aimed at defending territorial claims, drawing criticism from regional rival China which accused its neighbour of "constant" military expansion. ... more

Philippines vows intensified sea patrols The Philippines promised intensified sea patrols Tuesday as it welcomed the arrival of a second warship from the United States to bolster its defences during a maritime dispute with China. ... more		China expunges Bo's once-stellar reputation The Dalian Modern Museum once boasted exhibits on the achievements that brought renown to the city and its former mayor Bo Xilai. Not any more, with China's propaganda machine dismantling Bo's reputation as his trial approaches. ... more		N. Korean leader orders 'mass production' of attack drones Strike hits south Beirut after evacuation warning; 20 militants killed in Israel strikes on Syria Hezbollah says fired missiles at Israel air base south of Tel Aviv		First likely case of H7N9 bird flu spread by humans reported Chinese scientists on Wednesday reported the first likely case of direct person-to-person transmission of the H7N9 bird flu virus that has killed over 40 people since March. ... more
				Researchers propose new experiments on mutant bird flu Scientists proposed developing a more potent strain of the deadly H7N9 bird flu on Wednesday to examine how mutant forms might spread among humans, a topic that has stoked global alarm in the past. ... more		Pressures and marketing push China formula use: experts China's latest milk powder scare will do nothing to increase one of the world's lowest breastfeeding rates, experts say, in the face of misconceptions, economic pressures, and aggressive marketing that "brainwashes" mothers. ... more

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Veolia says profits down to a trickle, shares sparkle French utilities group Veolia Environnement reported Monday a six-month profits slump owing to provisions and warned that its activities in China were slowing, but its shares climbed as it held onto targets to cut costs and debt. ... more		Tibetan exile burns himself to death in Nepal A Tibetan exile died after setting himself ablaze at a Buddhist monument in Nepal Tuesday in an apparent protest against Chinese rule over Tibet, a police official said. ... more		Tajikistan lost 1,000 glaciers in 3 decades: minister Scientists urge swift action on microbial technologies to address climate crisis EU deforestation ban in chaos as parliament loosens rules		China young adults getting fatter: report China's young adults are gaining more weight and exercising less than their elders, local media said on Tuesday, underscoring the fast-developing country's growing struggle with modern health problems. ... more
				Fonterra CEO sorry for milk scare, denies cover-up New Zealand dairy giant Fonterra apologised Monday for a botulism scare that saw product recalls and seizures from China to Saudi Arabia, but denied accusations it delayed releasing information. ... more		Taking a cue from cactus, new spiky material removes oil from water Chinese researchers say a new material inspired by the way cactus spines pull moisture from desert air can clean oil from water. ... more

Australia upholds mining tax

Head of China Resources denies corruption allegations

China fines formula firms $108 million for price-fixing

World's first test-tube burger tasted in London

Researchers re-evaluate swine nutrition

Temperature alters population dynamics of common plant pests

Congolese soldiers plead not guilty over Brazzaville blast

Mugabe wins landslide prompts opposition boycott

UN cuts back I. Coast force

BMW China venture to recall more than 140,000 cars: officials

S. Korea tests 'electric road' for public buses

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	China fines formula firms $108 million for price-fixing China said Wednesday it has fined six mostly foreign baby formula producers including New Zealand's scandal-hit Fonterra a total of $108 million for price-fixing, as it seeks to cool public anger over the sector. ... more		China July exports, imports unexpectedly jump China's imports and exports showed an unexpected jump in July, government data showed Thursday in a positive sign for the world's second-biggest economy after persistent weakness raised concerns over growth. ... more		Head of China Resources denies corruption allegations The head of giant state-owned conglomerate China Resources has denied allegations of malpractice in a takeover deal after claims he has links with several former top Chinese leaders. ... more		Chinese jetliner's first flight set back a year: state media The maiden test flight of China's first large commercial jetliner has been delayed to 2015 due to development difficulties, state media reported Wednesday, in a setback for the country's aviation ambitions. ... more

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DuPont and GD Solar Sign Strategic Cooperation Agreement		Philippines detains 18 Chinese for illegal mining		Floating LNG a possibility for Woodside's Browse		BMW China venture to recall more than 140,000 cars: officials		China agency sued over oil production in spill-hit bay
New Chinese game lets players retake disputed islands		Mass protest in Taiwan over young conscript's death		Chinese distrust mounts after Fonterra milk scare		New Zealand's 'clean' green' image hurt by milk scare		Wall Street Journal's Chinese version blocked in China

Veolia says profits down to a trickle, shares sparkle

Sri Lanka launches Chinese-built mega port

Sri Lanka eyes South Asian hub with Chinese mega port

China lauds naval power after first Japan circuit

Philippines acquiring French vessel for South China Sea

Huawei lashes out at ex-CIA chief over spying claims

Flying hairdresser dreams of freedom in Chinese skies

Half of urban Chinese report owning, using smartphones

Oil prices edge higher on upbeat Chinese economic data

WTO rules against China in US chicken dispute

Taiwan lawmakers scuffle over planned nuclear plant

EU-China solar deal effective August 6: official

Asian manufacturing weakness deepens: Surveys

Oil prices rise on US, China data

Hong Kong billionaire plans huge Australian casino

Philippines says US spy planes monitoring China at sea

Taiwan activists clash with police over China pact

New Zealand dairy giant issues global botulism alert

Beijing cop goes off the leash to rescue dogs

Pollution blamed for drop in Beijing tourism: state media

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